Senior Backend Engineer (Python + Django) - Remote

Overview

We're seeking a Senior Backend Engineer who thrives in fast-paced, early-stage environments. You’ll work directly with the company’s founders and help shape both the product and technical direction. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role ideal for someone who enjoys building across the stack and shipping features quickly.

In Short

• Work directly with founders to shape product and technical direction.
• Build consumer data privacy software.
• Experience in Python and Django required.
• Utilize testing strategies to ensure high quality code.
• Handle asynchronous job execution and event brokers.
• Manage databases including Postgres and NoSQL.
• Implement third-party API integrations.
• Diagnose and address performance issues.
• Work in a fully remote environment.
• Overlap with U.S. time zones preferred.

Requirements

• 6+ years experience as a backend or full-stack engineer.
• 3+ years experience with Python and Django.
• Strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals.
• Self-awareness, empathy, and a strong work ethic.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• $60K - $90K compensation.
• Paid time off policy.
• Stipend for home office setup.